Bunzl’s commitment to a low-carbon logistics future positions the company as a partner of choice for customers pursuing sustainable supply chains.
Bunzl McLaughlin, the leading supplier to the catering and hospitality sectors across Ireland, today announces a significant investment of £1.4 million in upgrading its transport fleet.
This investment supports ambitious carbon‑reduction targets and enhances safety, efficiency, an reliability throughout its transport operations. This key milestone reinforces Bunzl’s commitment to a low-carbon logistics future and positions the company as a partner of choice for customers pursuing sustainable supply chains.
Bunzl McLaughlin Managing Director Gerry O’Callaghan said
“Sustainability is embedded in everything we do. This investment strengthens that commitment by driving meaningful carbon reductions across our transport network. Today, more than 51% of our fuel usage in 2025 is powered by HVO, and we remain committed to our path to net zero by 2050”.
Roadmap to Net Zero by 2050
Low-carbon logistics commitment: The new fleet rollout is a tangible step in Bunzl McLaughlin’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with transport, aligning with Bunzl plc’s target of Net Zero by 2050 at the latest.
Adapting and optimising networks: We are refining our logistics network to reduce carbon impact while maintaining or improving service levels. This includes load consolidation and smarter routing.
Emissions reduction through collaboration: We will continue to work closely with customers and partners to identify and deploy the most effective solutions, delivering carbon reductions, energy savings, and operational efficiencies across the business.
Driving New Business Development
Strategic move for growth: The new fleet strengthens Bunzl McLaughlin’s value proposition by enabling larger/consolidated loads and safer, more reliable deliveries.
Greener, more efficient operations: The fleet vehicles have been carefully selected to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency through the use of HVO fuel.
Collaborative advantage: By enhancing our logistics network, we enable customers to pursue proactive sustainability initiatives, reinforcing Bunzl McLaughlin as a trusted partner in transforming supply chains.
Key Capabilities of the New Fleet
Consolidated deliveries: Delivering larger loads and consolidating deliveries to customers across Ireland, reducing trips, mileage, and emissions.
Enhanced safety and efficiency: Modernised vehicles and smart logistics practices are designed to improve driver safety, fleet reliability, and on-time performance.
Electric forklift adoption: Integration of electric forklifts across facilities to further reduce indoor emissions and improve overall site efficiency.
Customer and Partner Collaboration
Greener supply chains: Our approach enables customers to actively pursue sustainable transport initiatives and carbon-reduction goals.
Collaborative solutions: We continue to partner with customers and suppliers to identify best-in-class practices and technologies that maximise environmental and operational benefits.
Bunzl McLaughlin Transport Manager Denise McGleenan highlighted the company’s commitment to sustainability and service excellence, adding,
“Our upgraded fleet reinforces our ongoing efforts to enhance our service levels while ensuring sustainability and efficiency in transport services.”
